Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #521: Dr. Anne Rimoin, Nicholas Kristof
Feb 29, 2020
Dr. Anne Rimoin, an infectious disease expert from UCLA, discusses the urgent need for improved pandemic preparedness and compares COVID-19 to historical outbreaks like the Spanish flu. Nicholas Kristof adds his insights on the socio-economic issues affecting rural America and critiques governmental responses to the health crisis. The conversation is spiced with humor as they navigate the absurdities of current political discourse and media ethics, spotlighting the growing polarization and hostility in society.
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Trump's COVID-19 Response
- Bill Maher discusses Trump's response to the coronavirus pandemic.
- He criticizes Trump's downplaying of the virus and appointment of Mike Pence.
Alternatives to Handshakes
- Dr. Anne Rimoin suggests alternative greetings like fist bumps or waving to avoid spreading germs.
- She mentions handshake-free zones in hospitals existed pre-COVID.
COVID-19 vs. The Flu
- COVID-19 is a coronavirus, different from influenza, and we're still learning about it.
- Direct comparisons to past pandemics like the Spanish flu are premature.
